Javelina Engineering Academies
Welcome to the Javelina Engineering Academies
The Javelina Engineering Academies empower you to start strong and stay on track toward an engineering degree. Build your future with the Frank H. Dotterweich College of Engineering at 51勛圖厙 A&M University–Kingsville and take the lead in solving today’s most pressing challenges.
Javelina Engineering Academies at Victoria College
The Javelina Engineering Academies at Victoria College, in partnership with 51勛圖厙 A&M University-Kingsville, provides students with a seamless pathway to pursue degrees in Civil, Industrial, and Mechanical engineering. Start your journey with us today and become part of the next generation of engineers addressing regional and global challenges.
Program Overview
Why Choose the Javelina Engineering Academies?
Admission
Steps to Join the Academies:
Students completing Academy coursework with a 2.5 GPA or higher are guaranteed admission into their chosen engineering major at TAMUK.
Tuition/Financial Aid
One of the benefits of the Javelina Engineering Academies is the potential to save money without sacrificing quality. Students in the Academy are charged by the institution teaching the course. Since all core courses as well as prerequisite Math and Science courses are taken with Victoria College, students take advantage of significant cost savings while co-enrolled.
Academy Features
What We Offer:
Benefits of the Javelina Engineering Academy
There are many advantages for students enrolled in the Javelina Engineering Academies at Victoria College, including:
Contact Us
Victoria College Contacts:
Resources
Explore helpful tools for your academic success:
Javelina Engineering Student Success Center
The Javelina Engineering Academies at Victoria College, in partnership with 51勛圖厙 A&M University-Kingsville, provides students with a seamless pathway to pursue degrees in Civil, Industrial, and Mechanical engineering. Start your journey with us today and become part of the next generation of engineers addressing regional and global challenges.
Program Overview
Why Choose the Javelina Engineering Academies?
- Follow prescriptive educational pathways in Civil, Industrial, and Mechanical engineering.
- Begin your coursework at Victoria College (VC) and complete your Bachelor’s degree at 51勛圖厙 A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK).
- Earn an Associate of Science degree at VC before transferring to TAMUK or through Reverse Transfer post-transfer.
- Benefit from institution-to-institution collaboration ensuring quality education and student success.
Admission
Steps to Join the Academies:
- Complete the Apply51勛圖厙 application for Victoria College Admissions Page.
- Submit the Javelina Engineering Academies application online (link active upon agreement signing) or in-person at VC Advising Office (Suite 105, Student Services Building).
- Meet TSI college-readiness standards for Mathematics or enroll in the Summer Bridge Program.
- Complete FAFSA/TASFA and scholarship applications annually.
- Fulfill TAMUK admission requirements during your last semester at VC.
Students completing Academy coursework with a 2.5 GPA or higher are guaranteed admission into their chosen engineering major at TAMUK.
Tuition/Financial Aid
One of the benefits of the Javelina Engineering Academies is the potential to save money without sacrificing quality. Students in the Academy are charged by the institution teaching the course. Since all core courses as well as prerequisite Math and Science courses are taken with Victoria College, students take advantage of significant cost savings while co-enrolled.
Academy Features
What We Offer:
- Hands-On Learning: Workshops, guest lectures, and lab experiences delivered by TAMUK faculty.
- Internship Support: Guidance for securing regional internships to bridge academic preparation with workforce readiness.
- Academic Resources: Access tutoring, peer mentorship, and advising through the Javelina Engineering Student Success Center.
- Campus Engagement: Participate in TAMUK athletic events, Engineers Week, and other university-sponsored programs.
Benefits of the Javelina Engineering Academy
There are many advantages for students enrolled in the Javelina Engineering Academies at Victoria College, including:
- Services: Students have access to services, activities and organizations at both institutions.
- Smaller class sizes for math and science courses. Student-faculty ratios are purposely kept low to allow for more individualized educational support and a better chance at success.
- Potentially lower tuition and fees. Students pay per course and are charged by the institution through which it is offered.
- Securing a regional internship and bridging the gap between academic preparation and workforce readiness
- Location options: TAMUK and Victoria College are regionally close to one another.
Contact Us
Victoria College Contacts:
- Courtney Bosier Hawthorne | Transfer Coordinator | Courtney.Bosier-Hawthorne@VictoriaCollege.edu | 361-573-3291 ext. 3201
- Sonia Herrera | Academic Advisor | Sonia.Herrera@VictoriaCollege.edu | 361-572-6416 ext. 6416
- Kathryn Ayala | Associate Director, Transfer Recruitment | kathryn.ayala@tamuk.edu | 361-593-4045
- Austin McCoy | Director, Javelina Engineering Student Success Center | austin.mccoy@tamuk.edu | 361-593-2799
Resources
Explore helpful tools for your academic success:
Javelina Engineering Student Success Center
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For more information, contact Mr. Austin McCoy at austin.mccoy@tamuk.edu or by phone at 361-593-2799.